Stepdown RN - Alliance, Ohio

Deliver high-acuity care as a Registered Nurse in a specialized PCU/Stepdown Unit focused on complex patients requiring advanced respiratory and multi-system management. This role is designed for nurses with strong ventilator experience who are adept at handling diverse cases including respiratory, renal, surgical, and trauma patients.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments and develop individualized care plans in collaboration with interdisciplinary teams.
• Administer medications safely, including insulin drips and advanced drips such as Cardizem and Amiodarone (no pressors).
• Manage airway support involving vents, trachs, BiPAP, CPAP, High Flow, and Airvo devices.
• Coordinate patient care across hospital departments, acting as the main point of contact.
• Utilize clinical judgment to prioritize and implement interventions for ICU stepdown patients with multi-system organ failure or trauma.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives, patient safety advocacy, and family communication.
• Float across similar or lower acuity units when needed to maintain staffing flexibility.

Qualifications and Desired

Experience:

• Current RN license in an appropriate state or compact nursing license.
• BLS and ACLS certifications; NIH Stroke Certification highly preferred.
• At least 1 year of RN experience with a minimum of 6 months in acute care preferred.
• Strong ventilator management skills and experience with higher acuity patients.
• Critical care or progressive care certification (CCRN, PCCN) preferred.
• Familiarity with EPIC EHR system and critical care nursing courses is beneficial.

Location Overview:
This position is located in Alliance, OH, a community offering a welcoming environment with access to local parks, cultural events, and dining options. The area combines small-town charm with convenient access to larger urban centers, making it ideal for professionals seeking a balanced quality of life.

This is a contract nursing opportunity requiring night shifts on a 12-hour schedule, carrying ratios typically between 1:4-5, with support from CNAs. Candidates must have completed or be prepared to complete a dysrhythmia exam. Due to the specialized nature of the role, local candidates will not be considered. Flexibility to float within the hospital's stepdown and intermediate care units is expected.

Advance your critical care nursing career by applying today for this challenging contract assignment focused on complex patient populations in a supportive environment.